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Dr. Shanthi Prakash, MD

Dr. Shanthi Prakash, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Shanthi Prakash, MD is a family medicine physician in Sarasota, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Calicut Medical College in 1985. She is affiliated with HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (19 reviews)
Telehealth AvailableAccepting New Patients
5937 Beneva Rd
Sarasota, FL 34238
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Dr. Prakash is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Prakash specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Prakash's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Prakash

4.4
19 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
79%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
21%
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1 star
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Rude
Rude receptionist.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Sep 13, 2022
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Wonderful Physician
Very personable and professional.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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MK mueller – Mar 22, 2022
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Exceptional physician
I have visited twice andveach time l receive wonderful, accurate care. The office is filled with caring, smiling people who seem to genuinely care about each patient that walks thru the doors of Sunshine Medical Center. Yesterday my husband saw Dr. Soordal and he thought he was terrific. We are both extremely happy with both our doctors & look forward to many years of excellent care from each of them.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Linda Sorensen – Mar 05, 2022
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If you're looking for the best primary care physicians in all of Sarasota, go to Sunshine Medical Center!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Virginia Alonso – May 02, 2021
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Absolutely love Dr Shanti I have been coming to her for 10 years since I moved to Florida. She always has a smile spends time with you and is one of the sweetest people I know . I never want another dr ! Never makes a visit rushed really cares about her patients??
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Kathy Martin – Nov 02, 2020
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Excellent, caring, intelligent, sympathetic practitioner. What else can anyone ask for in a primary care physician? As far as I'm concerned, she's on a pedestal
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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MJ Johnson – Sep 26, 2020
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Dr. Prakash is knowledgeable, thorough and works with the patient for the best treatment. She explains everything and answers every question. She is patient and really cares about the patient. If she doesn't know something she will look it up, not cover it up. She is never rushed and does not make me feel rushed. I have seen her for about six years now and am very pleased. She's a gem.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Dr. Linda wohl – Oct 12, 2019
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Dr. Shanthi Prakash has been my PCP for at least 10 years. She is everything you would expect your PCP to be. She listens, gives you full attention, and assures you understand. She is supportive and encouraging. If she is not available, you can see her husband and partner who is equally as great. I highly recommend this doctor and practice!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Wendy Jones in Sarasota, FL – Mar 03, 2017
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I feel so well guided by both doctors - they truly listen and take into consideration present circumstances. It's truly a blessing that we have landed in their care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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Dee in Sarasota, FL – Mar 09, 2016
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Dr. Shanthi Prakash, MD is a family medicine physician in Sarasota, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Calicut Medical College in 1985. She is affiliated with HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Family Medicine

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  • St Joseph's Family Medicine

    Residency Hospital

  • St Joseph's Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • Calicut Medical College

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Prakash is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital

      5731 Bee Ridge Rd
      Sarasota, FL 34233
      Recipient of 15
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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